As it was announced by Gazprom on June 24, 2016, a working meeting between Alexey Miller, Chairman of the Gazprom Management Committee, and Zhang Gaoli, Vice Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, took place in Beijing.
The parties addressed further steps in the bilateral strategic partnership in the gas industry, particularly Russian gas exports to China. Among other issues discussed were prospects for cooperation in the field of underground gas storage and power generation in China.
Another working meeting was held today between Alexey Miller and Wang Yilin, Chairman of the Board of Directors of CNPC.
The parties touched upon the project for gas deliveries via the eastern route. It was noted that the project was running on schedule. Special attention was paid to the upcoming construction of the Power of Siberia cross-border section. Russian gas supplies via the western route were also negotiated in depth.